The Students’ Union is run by students for students – that means we’re completely dedicated to representing students at Staffs and helping provide what they want from their student experience. That covers everything from advice and support, great venues and events to representation, sports clubs, activities and even a dedicated student media service.
We’re constantly striving to ensure the best possible experience for all students at Staffs and free membership of the Students’ Union is automatic on enrolling at Staffordshire University. That means our students get to have their say in what we do and how we do it.
Staffordshire University Students’ Union is a democratic organisation, working entirely for the benefit of students.
The Students' Union sponsors and supports a diverse range of student-run groups. These include both competitive and recreational sports groups, special interest groups, academic societies and some that we are unable to categorise! You can find out contact details and any info the groups have posted by following the links below.
The Student Advice Centre (SAC) offers confidential and impartial advice on a variety of issues, such as: student finance, academic affairs, student housing, debt management etc. In addition, there are a number of online self help materials which you can access from the Advice Guide.Find out more...
Academic Reps can raise issues when something is wrong or tell the University what works for you and your student experience. If you need advice regarding your course then contact your Academic Rep.Find out more...
Money Doctors is part of the Students’ Union Student Advice Centre. It is free, independent, impartial and confidential. Click on the logo to see how we can help you keep your finances healthy and make your money achieve what you want it to.Find out more...
You can feel safe in the knowledge that the University has a Cop Shop with a friendly campus police officer who is around to answer any questions. You can speak to him about anything from the security of your property, your personal safety or to report a crime.Find out more...
LRV is the Stoke Campus nightclub and holds our regular clubnights such as the ever popular Gobble on a Wednesday night and Super Friday. LRV is the Union’s largest venue with 1300 capacity.Find out more...
Legends and The Lounge are the Union's Beaconside campus venues. The Lounge is a recently refurbished, stylish bar serving great food and coffee as well as the traditional bar refreshments seven days a week. Legends is the Stafford Campus's nightclub and holds our weekly clubnight Mukky Duck as well as regular live music performances. Find out more...
The Ember Lounge is Staffordshire University Students' Union second Stoke Venue. Winner of Best Late Night Venue Midlands and Wales and a Best Bar None award, the Ember Lounge offers something for everybody. Whether it's an early morning espresso to get you ready for the day, a great value lunch or a night of cocktails and entertainment, we aim to deliver. Find out more...
The Squeeze Box has a delicious menu for both breakfast and lunch. For those wanting something healthy, yet tasty, Squeeze Box caters for all with options big and small. There is also a wide variety of hot drinks, with Fairtrade products being used where possible. Find out more...
Verve is Stoke’s newest venue offering students a funky place to relax and enjoy a tasty burger and the creamiest milkshakes. Open all day, students can pop in for food and drink, listen to some music, catch up on the latest magazines and just take a break from the world outside. Find out more...
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The 2010 Diversity Fashion Show was finally here! Words cannot describe the amount of stress that everyone was feeling moments before the Fashion Show started.
All those Thursday afternoons rehearsing for this day will be over in a single moment. The pressure was mounting…
Two of Staffordshire University's own 2nd year Events Management Students, Emma Fox and Kay Murphy, organised the commendable Fashion Show. All the money raised has been donated to charities Cancer Research and Follow Your Dreams.
The catwalks showcased popular retailers like Republic, Miss Selfridge, New Look, Peacocks and Burton.
Designs by Stafford College which were showcased at the Clothes Show Live in December 2009 and Student Designs (Pretty Lush Clothing, Hi T-shirts, Stoke T-shirts, Gossypium, Jean Huni) were also present on the catwalk.
The latest spring styles varied from chilled out tops teamed with trendy jeggings to 80s style and pastel collections.
Dance Academy kick started the show with their energetic routine to Lady Gaga and the evening of entertainment continued with performances by Staffs Dance Society and Kirendip Kaur showing their creative sides.
Then it was time for me to go on: “Cultural. Line up!” To be honest it was all a blur to me; I stepped out to a blast of smoke and didn’t have a clue what exactly I was looking at. You get so nervous you don’t whether to look straight or stare at the floor.
I walked down constantly thinking is my sari going to open or will I trip over…being in four inch heels did not help. Yet I was happy to be representing my Indian culture as were the Africans with theirs which followed after ours.
This is what diversity is about. Representing people from all walks of life regardless of the colour of their skin or the size of their body.
This was no typical catwalk, never has been and never will be. It’s about having fun which is why it’s a good thing nobody takes it seriously. Even some of the audience members got a chance to strut their stuff on the catwalk.
Student Style like Metal, Indie and Hip-Hop showed students’ unique personalities. Raunchy Burlesque got the most support with the cheering crowd and whistles.
Emma Fox, one of the organisers, said: “The people involved had a great time and it gave them the chance to showcase their talents as well as their individual style.”
The show ended with a live performance from last year’s Staffs Got Talent winner SuperKid with all models and organisers back on stage to congratulate everyone.
The night was a huge success and as usual next year will be just as great so once again don’t miss it.
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